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Dhobley, Somalia
Lower Juba · Somalia
Dhobley is a small town in Lower Juba, Somalia with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).
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About Dhobley
Dhobley, formerly known as Liboi-Somalia, is a strategic border town located in south-western Somalia's Lower Juba Region. It is located immediately along the Kenya border. Having been settled only in the 1970s, its strategic location along the border has since made it the second largest city in the Jubaland State after Kismayo, the State capital. It is located about 15 kilometers northeast of the Kenyan city of Liboi, a town of about 100,000 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,000 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.4100°, 41.0100° |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
| Country | 🇸🇴 Somalia |
| State / Province | Lower Juba |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.6 inches (397 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dhobley
Dhobley is a small town in Somalia (Lower Juba) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Mogadishu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.4°F |
| 54% above Somalia avg | |
| January Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 8,188.7 sq mi (21,208.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.4100°N, 41.0100°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 83°F (29°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 84°F (29°C) | 1.5 in |
Dhobley has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 80°F in July to 88°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Dhobley
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ma'alin Isaaq Abdi Madrassa | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Dhobley
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dadaab Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dhoobley Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Liboi Airport | LBK | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Dhobley?
Dhobley has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 8,188.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dhobley?
Dhobley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.